Driving resolutions during a complex scheme wind-up
How BW restored momentum, resolved legacy admin issues and completed the wind-up of a £700m DC scheme with 10,000+ members.
How to unlock true value from workplace pensions
Workplace pensions hold more potential than most employers realise – they can become a powerful driver of employee wellbeing, engagement and long-term value.
New Fair Deal for the LGPS: worth the wait?
After years of anticipation, the new LGPS consultation on Scheme Improvements (Access and Protections) is here – a positive step, though not without challenges.
UK with-profits funds 2025: investment performance and strategy report
Our 12th annual UK with-profits funds report analyses performance, asset allocation and manager oversight across 82 funds from 21 insurers, representing around £185bn in assets.
Inflation protection in fixed income
How index-linked bonds, low duration and floating-rate assets protect real returns – plus when active multi asset credit adds value.
New senior appointment will accelerate BW SIPP transformation
Andrew Phipps has been appointed to lead SIPP proposition and supplier management, reinforcing BW SIPP leadership and accelerating our SIPP360® transformation.
Prestige Underwriting promotes Carl McComb to Underwriting & Pricing Director
Prestige Underwriting, a specialist managing general agent (MGA), has announced the promotion of Carl McComb to Underwriting and Pricing Director. In his new role, McComb will set the firm’s underwriting strategy, develop and implement strategic guidelines for risk assessment and…
Davies to acquire Canada’s SCM Insurance Services
Davies, a specialist professional services and technology firm serving the insurance market, has signed an agreement to acquire SCM Insurance Services (SCM), Canada’s largest claims processing and risk solutions provider. As part of this acquisition, SCM’s three operational entities will…
Balancing higher pension costs with retention
Many employers can’t absorb higher pension costs without knock-on effects on hiring and benefits. We explain the issues and call for a balanced approach.
Howden agrees to acquire Evelyn Partners Financial Services
Howden, an insurance and risk advisory group, has agreed to acquire Evelyn Partners Financial Services Limited, the employee benefits consultancy division of Evelyn Partners, a UK-based wealth management and professional services firm. The acquisition is intended to expand Howden’s employee…